D301 Digital Tools

Each K-12 student in District 301 is issued a Chromebook as part of the 1:1 program. Use of the Chromebook is subject to the Chromebook Handbook. For the fall of 2020, students entering Kindergarten, 3rd grade, 6th grade, 9th grade and 11th grade will receive new devices. Early Childhood students will receive a Chrome tablet to use during remote learning.

Navigating Canvas

Navigating Chromebooks

Navigating Video Calls

Universal Digital Tools used K-12

Google for Education

Google for Education is a collection of communication and collaboration tools used for learning.

Canvas

Canvas is our Learning Management System (LSM). Here is where you'll see daily lessons and assignments.

Skyward

Skyward is our student management system. Here is where you can find your student's grade book and other information.

Otus

OTUS is used for digital assessments.

FastBridge

Assessment tool screeners, progress monitoring, reading assessments and math assessments.

Follet Destiny

Follett Destiny is our library management system. Students can browse titles and resources by building.

School Messenger

A communication tool where teachers can send information to parents/guardians and students.

Securly

Cloud based web content filter with built in student safety tools. This is used with all student devices.

Central 301 App

Yes, there is an app for that! Stay up to date with information and news from your child(ren)'s school. Also access quick links to district departments and resources. To install the app, search "Central CUSD 301" in your mobile app store or for more information, click here.

Grade Specific Digital Tools

Elementary Digital Tools

Math in Focus (Ed Your Learning Friend) K-5 - district math program with online digital components

Typing Club K-5 - online typing lessons

Scholastic News - print magazine and digital access for grades K-2.

Storyworks - print magazine and digital access for grades 3-5.

Middle School Digital Tools

College Board - Connects students to college success and opportunity
Ellevation - Data and tools specifically designed for English Language Learners
Kahoot - Kahoot makes it easy to create, share, and flay fun learning games in a trivia format
Khan Academy - Student paced personalized learning in math and other subjects
Naviance - Success plans and goals to assure students are prepared for life beyond secondary education
Read 180 - Reading tool through blended learning intervention
Rosetta Stone - Language learning system
WeVideo - Video creation and editing platform

High School Digital Tools

College Board - Connects students to college success and opportunity
Ellevation - Data and tools specifically designed for English Language Learners
Kahoot - Kahoot makes it easy to create, share, and flay fun learning games in a trivia format
Khan Academy - Student paced personalized learning in math and other subjects
Launch Pad - Designed to help support students on their college and career search
Naviance - Success plans and goals to assure students are prepared for life beyond secondary education
Read 180 - Reading tool through blended learning intervention
Rosetta Stone - Language learning system
Securly - Cloud based web content filter with built in student safety tools
Sketchup - 3D modeling program for applications such as architecture, interior design, civil and mechanical engineering, film, and video game design
WeVideo - Video creation and editing platform

Google for Education Tools

Gmail

Gmail is our email system. Teacher email addresses are first.last@central301.net. Student emails are their student ID number@central301.net. Students in grades K-7 can only send or receive emails from others with central301.net addresses.

Google Meet

Google Meet is a video call platform. Students can only join Meet calls after the call is started by a teacher/staff member.

Google Drive

Google Drive is a digital "backpack" that stores all files (documents, presentations, spreadsheets and more). Students can create their own files, collaborate in real time with others on a file, or have files shared with them. More information about the different file types/Google tools are below.

Google Docs

Word document creator - create, edit and collaborate on documents.

Google Sheets

Create, edit and collaborate on spreadsheets

Google Slides

Create, edit and collaborate on slideshows for presentations and more.

Google Jamboard

Online whiteboard style tool.

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